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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD53 VSLMOT history

LD53 VSL is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2024
Mileage
72,363 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VSL was last recorded at 72,363 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,362 miles · 23 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,363 miles
  • 2021 – 69,578 miles
  • 2020 – 65,641 miles
  • 2019 – 60,554 miles
  • 2017 – 53,566 miles
  • 2016 – 46,957 miles
  • 2015 – 41,209 miles
  • 2014 – 35,733 miles
  • 2012 – 30,937 miles
  • 2011 – 26,439 miles
  • 2010 – 23,394 miles
  • 2009 – 18,813 miles
  • 2008 – 15,045 miles
  • 2007 – 12,640 miles
  • 2006 – 9,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,363 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mount vertical play
  • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount vertical movement

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,363 miles
    Test number
    228376122898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mount vertical play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount vertical movement

  2. Fail72,362 miles3 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,362 miles
    Test number
    346970444755
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mount vertical play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount vertical movement

  3. Fail72,362 miles (+2,784)2 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,362 miles
    Test number
    265428719994
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle misfiring (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass69,578 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    484380778184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    701497843382
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass65,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,641 miles
    Test number
    976357285961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,641 miles (+5,087)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,641 miles
    Test number
    747582316126
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass60,554 miles (+6,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,554 miles
    Test number
    450151151854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass53,566 miles (+6,609)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,566 miles
    Test number
    520340942568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,957 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,957 miles
    Test number
    834685174747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges low inner edge on limit and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished, worn edges close to limit inner edge

  11. Fail46,957 miles (+5,748)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,957 miles
    Test number
    107165796576
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges low inner edge on limit and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished, worn edges close to limit inner edge

  12. Pass41,209 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,209 miles
    Test number
    886395315121
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffisde rear tyre worn inner edge

  13. Fail41,209 miles (+5,476)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,209 miles
    Test number
    129005315129
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  14. Pass35,733 miles (+32)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,733 miles
    Test number
    917113124003
    • NoteNearside front head light condensated
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished in tread

  15. Fail35,701 miles (+4,764)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,701 miles
    Test number
    135320624479
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteNearside front head light condensated
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished in tread

  16. Pass30,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,937 miles
    Test number
    289825722386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    109254612381
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass26,439 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,439 miles
    Test number
    445706801379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,394 miles (+4,581)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,394 miles
    Test number
    370158390275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass18,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,813 miles
    Test number
    452423309439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,813 miles (+3,768)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,813 miles
    Test number
    500463809368
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail15,045 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,045 miles
    Test number
    481013308325
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall damaged

  23. Pass15,045 miles (+2,405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,045 miles
    Test number
    490883308340
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall damaged

  24. Pass12,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    12,640 miles
    Test number
    430471117428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,640 miles (+2,711)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,640 miles
    Test number
    514838697234
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass9,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    9,929 miles
    Test number
    292964006305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VSL

Does LD53 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VSL expired on 10 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VSL?
The MOT on LD53 VSL expired on 10 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VSL done?
LD53 VSL was recorded at 72,363 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 3,703 miles a year.
Has LD53 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VSL has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 VSL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 VSL find?
LD53 VSL passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front top suspension mount vertical play; offside front top mount vertical movement.

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